Registered Nurse Salary Guide: Illinois
Average Registered Nurse Salary
Average Registered Nurse Salary
$47.48/hour
The average salary for a Registered Nurse in Illinois is $47.48 per hour. This is 16% higher than the US average of $40.00.
Last updated on January 7, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Registered Nurse salaries in Illinois compared to National Averages
Registered Nurse salaries in Illinois compared to National Averages
$47.48/hour
Illinois
16% higher than the US average.
$40.00/hour
United States
What cities in Illinois pay the most for Registered Nurses?
What cities in Illinois pay the most for Registered Nurses?
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Evanston, Illinois | $37 | $50 |
| Highland Park, Illinois | $37 | $50 |
| Bolingbrook, Illinois | $37 | $50 |
What type of Registered Nurses make the most money in Illinois?
What type of Registered Nurses make the most money in Illinois?
| Specialty | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Case Management | $56 | $56 |
| OR - Operating Room | $54 | $72 |
| Cardiology | $50 | $59 |
| ED - Emergency Department | $49 | $60 |
| Telemetry | $49 | $50 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Registered Nurse jobs in Illinois?
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Registered Nurse jobs in Illinois?
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Perm Staff Jobs | $52 | $60 |
| TK Health | $45 | $45 |
| Core Medical-Perm | $42 | $45 |
| Elara Caring | $40 | $40 |
| BJC HealthCare | $39 | $47 |
| Graham Healthcare Group | $37 | $37 |
| Medical Solutions Direct Hire | $34 | $45 |
| Family First Homecare | $34 | $34 |
Last updated on January 7, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
Top Registered Nurse Jobs
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- Alton Memorial Hospital
- Alton, IL
$84K-126K/year
View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Assistant Manager, ED - Emergency Department
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Registered Nurse (RN) - Assistant Manager, ED - Emergency Department
- Memorial Hospital Belleville
- Belleville, IL
$84K-126K/year
View job details for Long-Term Care Registered Nurse
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Long-Term Care Registered Nurse
- Lifespace Communities
- Geneva, IL
$42-58/hour
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